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Is the DSM-IV a useful classification system? -- Is there gender bias in the DSM-IV? -- Is multiple personality disorder a valid diagnosis? -- Does attention deficit disorder exist? -- Is schizophrenia a biological disorder? -- Does post-abortion syndrome exist? -- Are repressed memories valid? -- Have Consumer reports researchers proven that psychotherapy helps? --



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